Under section 7 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, how is the requirement for a marriage ceremony…
Section 7 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 permits either party’s customary rites and ceremonies. Where those rites include saptapadi, the marriage becomes complete and…
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Under section 7 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, how is the requirement for a marriage ceremony determined?
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Correct answer D
Section 7 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 permits either party’s customary rites and ceremonies.
Where those rites include saptapadi, the marriage becomes complete and binding on the seventh joint step before the sacred fire.
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Option A
Section 7(1) permits the customary rites of either party. It does not require a combination of both sets of rites.
Option B
Section 7(1) allows either party’s customary ceremonies, including the bridegroom’s where applicable.
Option C
Registration facilitates proof of a marriage. It cannot supply the applicable ceremonies when they were never performed.
Option D
Section 7(1) permits solemnisation according to the customary rites and ceremonies of either party.
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